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Multi-Sensory Information And Simulator Immersion: Impact On Decision-Making Performance, Presence, And Cognitive Load, Zachariah G. Hoyne, Khaya Morris-Binelli, Sean Müller, Benjamin Piggott, Paola Chivers, Evan Dekker

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Immersive technologies such as 360-degree video virtual reality (360VR) provide unique opportunities to simulate representative environments to investigate decision-making in a safe and cost-effective manner. Inclusion of multi-sensory visual, contextual, and auditory information is important to enhance simulator psychological fidelity. Yet, the influence of increased sensory information on decision-making, presence, and cognitive load in 360VR compared to less immersive two-dimensional video simulators is unknown. This study investigated multi-sensory information, presence, and cognitive load across immersion conditions (360VR and two-dimensional video) in an exemplar sport-specific decision-making task. Fifteen higher-skilled and 15 lesser-skilled Australian Rules Football players completed a decision-making task which …

Occupational Therapy Intervention For Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder: A Survey Of Occupational Therapists In Australia, Jacqui Hunt, Jill G. Zwicker, Annette Raynor, Erin Godecke

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Introduction: Developmental coordination disorder (DCD), a common neurodevelopmental condition, is associated with persistent motor and psychosocial difficulties impacting participation and quality of life. International guidelines recommend activity-/participation-focused, task-specific interventions; however, little is known about how Australian occupational therapists translate these recommendations into clinical practice. This study aimed to describe current Australian occupational therapy intervention for children with (or suspected to have) DCD and identify factors that shape occupational therapists' intervention choices. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was distributed to Australian occupational therapists via professional organisations/social media September–October 2020. Eligible participants were registered occupational therapists with ≥15% children in their caseload. …

The Interplay Between Osteosarcopenia And Intrinsic Capacity: Insights And Associations With All-Cause Mortality In The Toledo Study For Healthy Aging, Ivan Baltasar-Fernandez, Pedro L. Valenzuela, Irene Rodríguez-Gómez, Fabio Quiñonez-Bareiro, Luis M. Alegre, Konstantinos Prokopidis, Leocadio Rodriguez-Mañas, Ignacio Ara, Oscar Rosas-Carrasco, Lana J. Williams, Robinson Ramirez-Vélez, Julie A. Pasco, Guy Hajj-Boutros, Raman Agnihotram, Marc Sim, Wayne Lok Ok Choo, Mahdi Imani, Ana M. Ayala-Copete, Julia Chabot, Miguel G. Borda, Nailton J. Neto, Claire Godard-Sebillotte, Howard Bergman, Anna Andrianova, Hidenori Arai, Pierrette Gaudreau

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Background: Osteosarcopenia—the coexistence of osteopenia/osteoporosis and sarcopenia—is associated with numerous adverse health outcomes, but its association with intrinsic capacity (IC) remains unknown. We aimed to explore the associations of osteosarcopenia with IC and all-cause mortality in older adults. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analysis of IC and a prospective analysis of all-cause mortality in 1142 participants from the Toledo Study for Healthy Aging (75.1 ± 6.0 years, 53.1% women). Participants were classified as having no musculoskeletal disorders, osteopenia/osteoporosis, sarcopenia, or osteosarcopenia (DXA- and EWGSOP2-based criteria). IC was operationalized as a composite score integrating locomotion, cognition, psychological, vitality, and sensory domains. …

Marshall University 2026 College Of Health Professions Student Research Day, Cohp Research Committee

Appalachian Student Healthcare Research Review

Marshall University

2026 College of Health Professions Student Research Day

April 16, 2026

Student Oral Presentations

1. Validity of Using Smartphone Cameras and Pose Estimation Algorithms for Quantitative Analysis of Human Dynamic Movements

Flanders B, Wolfe T, Saines J, Liang H: School of Physical Therapy

2. Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Anaerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Novice Rock Climbers

George LG, Jones BJ: School of Health and Movement Sciences

3. Relationship Between Musculoskeletal Injuries and Mental Health

Rice C, Konz S: School of Health and Movement Sciences

Student Poster Presentations

4. Effects of Bright Light Therapy on Depression

Adams, …

The Effects Of Carbon-Fiber Plates And Peba-Based Midsole Foam In Running Shoes On Lower-Limb Joint Kinetics And Kinematics In Recreational Female Runners, Jordan M. Allen

Master's Theses

The recent increase in long-distance running participation and the rapid advancement in footwear technology have created a need for research on injury prevention in this growing population of recreational runners. When “super shoes” were first introduced to the running scene, they caught the attention of runners worldwide with the rapid improvement in marathon performance [1]. Today, every major running brand offers its own version of a super shoe, each incorporating a carbon-fiber plate and PEBA-based midsole foam. While previous studies have shown the performance benefits of these shoes, a gap remains in the literature regarding how they impact knee, hip, …

Understanding Victim Experiences Within The Criminal Justice System, Carmen Hardin, Caron Lott

Journal of Criminal Justice and Law

This study explores crime victims’ perceptions of participation in criminal justice proceedings. In all, eight (8) interviews and 314 surveys of crime victims were conducted in Arkansas.  Among crime victims, 92% reported the crime to the police, 76% felt the case’s outcome served justice, 78% would be okay attending court again, 45% felt very safe in court, and 38% strongly agreed that their needs and wishes were considered in court.   Three main themes emerged from the interviews: 1) impact of crime victimization on individual needs, 2) perceived access to mental and physical well-being support, and 3) perceptions of crime victims …

Oregon Metro’S Regional Land Banking Site Selection Strategy, Margot Mcneely, Autumn Fluetsch, David Archuleta, Denise Torres, Dylan Giliberto, Rebekah Markillie

Master of Urban and Regional Planning Workshop Projects

Project Background

For over a decade, communities in the Portland metro area have been struggling under a mounting housing affordability crisis. These trends particularly affect Black, Indigenous, and other people of color as well as immigrants, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities. Given these mounting challenges, the region has turned to Oregon Metro to intervene.

Metro is currently studying land banking as a tool for implementing its Regional Housing Coordination Strategy and promoting affordable housing development in the Portland metro region. While they have acquired numerous sites that have been successfully developed into affordable housing, they are looking to improve …

Development And Validation Of The Lifetime Sense Of Safety Scale In Kenyan Adults, Karen Blackmon, Anne Nyambura, Anne Gitere, Levi Muyela, Catherine Onyancha, Kendi Muchungi, Catherine Ajalo, Litha Musili, Rachel Maina, Edna Bosire, Lukoye Atwoli, Zul Merali, Chinedu Momoh

Brain and Mind Institute

Background. Safety supports psychological wellbeing and potentially shapes brain aging yet existing scales overlook cumulative lifespan safety experiences.

Methods. To address this gap, we developed and validated the Lifetime Sense of Safety (LSS) scale in Kenyan adults. The LSS uses visual analog scaling with a red-to-green color gradient to retrospectively rate felt safety across life stages and settings. We evaluated scale psychometrics and associations with social determinants of health and indicators of brain health.

Results. The LSS shows adequate internal consistency and test-retest reliability, with two distinct but correlated factors representing childhood and adulthood safety. Women and …

Contextual Variability In Under-Diagnosed Cardiometabolic Disease And Cognitive Vulnerability Among Populations At High Risk For Alzheimer's Disease And Related Dementias, Nwanyieze Jiakponnah, Joseph Curran, Tamlyn Watermeyer, Jasmit Shah, Litha Musili, Stanely Onyango, Benard Aliwa, Zul Merali, Karen Blackmon, Chinedu Momoh

Brain and Mind Institute

Underdiagnosis of cardiometabolic risk factors (CMRFs) may represent an unrecognised biological pathway contributing to dementia risk; yet remains poorly characterised in African and African diaspora populations. We quantified the prevalence and determinants of underdiagnosed hypertension and abnormal glycaemia across four cohorts comprising up to 7000 adults aged ≥40 years from Nigeria, Kenya, and The United States: Indianapolis, and North Texas. Underdiagnosis was defined as absence of self-reported diagnosis despite elevated systolic blood pressure ( ≥130 mmHg) or fasting blood glucose ( ≥100 mg/dL). Cohort-stratified analyses examined demographic, socioeconomic, cognitive, Alzheimer’s genetic, and blood-based biomarker correlates. Underdiagnosis was pervasive in African …

Breaking Barriers: Harnessing Collaboration Between Individuals With Disabilities And Emergency Management In New Jersey, Daniel Wrinn

Master of Science in Emergency & Disaster Management Capstones

No abstract provided.

Navigating Precarity: Resourcefulness And Interdependence In The Upper Valley Dairy Industry, Benna Mcdermott

Geography Undergraduate Senior Theses

No abstract provided.

Informal Humans? Rights To A Clean Environment In Bangkok’S Informal Settlements, Maisie Pike

Geography Undergraduate Senior Theses

No abstract provided.

Analysis Of Housing / Dormitory Capacity At Binghamton University, Binghamton University Office Of Institutional Research

Datasets

An analysis of the ratio of undergraduate housing to undergraduate enrollment was conducted to evaluate whether housing capacity at Binghamton University has kept pace with growth in undergraduate enrollment. Data from IPEDS for Binghamton University and other similar institutions shows that the University has increased housing capacity for undergraduate students in line with increases in enrollment, and that Binghamton University has the highest ratio (53%) of housing capacity to enrollment compared with other similar institutions.

Title Page And Abstract: Diet Quality And Sustainability Based On Nut Intake Among Free-Living Adults, Raquel Aurora Martínez

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Background: There is increasing interest in dietary patterns that support both human and planetary health. Plant-forward dietary patterns commonly promoted within sustainability frameworks frequently include nuts. Despite concerns regarding resource use, particularly water demands, nuts may contribute to improved diet quality and sustainable dietary behaviors.

Objectives: To examine whether diets characterized by higher nut intake are associated with dietary quality, adherence to sustainable dietary patterns, and food-related sustainability behaviors among free-living adults.

Methods: Cross-sectional analyses were conducted using data from an online validated semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire integrated with sustainability-related survey items. Energy-adjusted nut intake was categorized …

Striveforpride: Online Program To Promote Sexual And Gender Minority Well-Being, Shayna R. Greenberg

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Sexual and gender minority (SGM) young adults are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, and stress relative to non-SGM peers. Digitally-administered mental health interventions show potential for reducing mental health distress in the general population. However, limited reporting of SGM demographics and adherence to online interventions constrain uptake and effectiveness. The present study explored the effect of an existing evidence-informed, self-guided, online-based mental health intervention, StriveWeekly, on internalizing symptoms among SGM university students. The sample consisted of 160 SGM university students, identifying as female, women, or feminine (63.1%), bisexual (36.10%), and Non-Hispanic (77.5%). Cluster randomization was employed on the basis …

Characterization Of Gata3 Mutant T47d Breast Cancer Spheroid Development, Viability, And Drug Response, Paige Bonnet

Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Showcase

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women, with luminal subtypes representing the majority of cases. Among these, 10–15% contain mutations in the transcription factor GATA3, including the P409fs frameshift mutation that produces an extended, dysregulated protein. Because traditional 2D culture systems fail to replicate the structural and biochemical complexity of in‑vivo tumors, this study employed 3D spheroid models to investigate how the P409fs mutation influences T47D breast cancer cell morphology, growth, and drug response.   Control and P409fs T47D cells were aggregated using U‑bottom plates and microwell platforms to generate spheroids of defined size. Spheroid circularity, diameter, and …

Improving Department Laboratory Specimen Acceptability Through A Cusp-Based Quality Improvement Initiative, Hilja Compian, Karra Robinson

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Reducing Physical Violence Against Nursing Staff: Implementing An Agitation Kit, Erin Cavanagh

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Implementing A Standardized Handoff To Improve Surgical Readiness And Patient Safety, Stephanie Thomson, Gloria Hollohan

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Improving Compliance And Documentation Of Nasal Decolonization, Michael Jankowski, Sihame Fardani

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Enhancing Knowledge And Perceptions Of The Behavioral Emergency Response Team In The Hospital Setting, Selma Dajani

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Creating Space For Grief: A Bereavement Support Initiative In Critical Care, Donna Nguyen, Morgan Curnell

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Engage: A Review Of The Literature On Generational Differences At Work, Sarah Beldin, Hannah Musgrove

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Using Visual Management To Improve Compliance With Chg Bathing And Nasal Decolonization, Hannah Musgrove, Abigail Ruby

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Leveraging Electronic Reports To Combat End-Of-Life Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection, Hannah Musgrove, Arielle Gupta

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Bridging The Gap With Innovation: Clinical Nurse Specialists (Cns) Transforming Discharge Planning And Patient Education In Diabetes Care, Julia Quinto, Melissa Barach

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Rethinking Recovery: Transitioning From Sicu To Step-Down Care After Diep Flap Reconstruction, Julia Quinto

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Grow Your Own: Cultivating Novice Nurses For Success In The Surgical Intensive Care Unit Through Recruitment And Mentorship, Julia Quinto, Princetta Morales

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

All Hands On Deck: A Team Approach To Audits, Rounding, And Outcomes, Elizabeth Toll, Michelle Nastovski

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.

Standardizing Central Venous Catheter Removal To Improve Patient Safety, Katie Witherspoon, Elizabeth Toll, Hannah Musgrove

2026 Nursing Research Conference

No abstract provided.